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Iconic diner serving hearty breakfasts and lunches since 1923.
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Address: 565 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60661
Phone: (312) 939-3111
Website: http://www.loumitchells.com/
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Lou Mitchell’s
Lou Mitchell’s restaurant serves up Chicago’s best coffee pancakes omelets burgers and homemade diner food. Stop by for breakfast or lunch.
Route 66 – Lou Mitchell’s
… Chicago on the “Mother Road” from the Kennedy Expressway, Illinois Interstate 90/94. Exit Jackson east and look for Lou Mitchell’s on your right located …
Lou Mitchell’s – Wikipedia
Lou Mitchell’s, also known as Lou Mitchell’s Restaurant, is a Chicago diner located at 565 W. Jackson Boulevard. It is a popular restaurant for commuters, …
Reviews
MrsOlatubi
There was a brief wait, we were seated within five minutes. It’s truly a family operated restaurant. All parties must be present and in line before they will offer a table. It helps to look over the menu before seating. Once seated drink orders were taken, served, doughnut hole w/orange, and orders taken within five minutes. This restaurant is a well run operation. The food was served within ten minutes and served hot. We ordered corn beef hash, eggs, and potatoes. The fluffy egg whites, potatoes, and toast. The hash browns are thinly sliced well cooked potatoes served in a heaping pile. We were served four over easy eggs topped on the corned beef.
The orange maramalade is freshly made. It’s a great accompaniment for the doughnut hole.
Overall, great dining experience.
… moreThe orange maramalade is freshly made. It’s a great accompaniment for the doughnut hole.
Overall, great dining experience.
Emily Robinson
I went to Lou Mitchell’s in Chicago and the food was nostalgic in the best way — the pancakes were fluffy, the Greek and raisin toast freshly baked, and the omelette (with hash browns mixed in) felt satisfying. I did notice the bacon wasn’t as crisp as I like, and on a busy weekend the wait to be seated was longer than I expected. The atmosphere is warm, charming, and steeped in history; it really feels like an old-school diner with character. Overall, it was delicious enough that I’d recommend it, especially if you enjoy comfort breakfast food with a side of tradition.
… moreMark Robinson
Great place, great people, GREAT food at reasonable prices compared to others. An authentic feel of the 50s/60s close to the route 66. A lady from Dallas with great tattoos looked after us. Thank you. Check opening times and days, absolutely worth a visit! Mark and Mandy UK
… moreTristan Laughton
Wasn’t the biggest fan of the breakfast, but those home-fries were the best I ever had. Loved the thin slices of potatoes. They were delicious!! They also give you a small serving of complimentary ice cream after your meal.
… moreAshley A
Everyone here was so efficient but also nice and friendly! The orange juice, bacon and banana pancakes were delicious. So close to the Amtrak or Metra stations, it’s the perfect location to grab some food at a historic Route 66 location! I can see why everyone recommended it to me and I will be recommending it to others. Thanks again. P.S It’s a great photo opportunity too!
… moreRoy
This is a very popular breakfast spot. I first walked past the restaurant and noticed a long line outside, after found out it had received a Michelin nomination in 2018, I decided to come back another day. I arrived at around 9 a.m. and was lucky enough to avoid the line, although the restaurant was already very crowded and became even busier around 10.
Because of the crowd, it took some time for the waitress to serve me. I asked what was included in the Greek omelette, but instead of just explaining, she suggested that I order it and took my menu away. Given how busy it was and how many options were on the menu, I understood that she was trying to speed things up.
The omelette itself was good: the eggs were fluffy and the sausages were well seasoned. It came with a slice of toast and potato chips, which was more than enough—I was very full afterward. The restaurant claims to serve award-winning “Gold Cup” coffee, so I paid $3.65 to try it. While the waitstaff refilled it promptly, I found the coffee quite ordinary. The orange juice, on the other hand, was excellent, though it cost $6.
As more people lined up outside, it became obvious that the restaurant was understaffed. After finishing my meal, I waited nearly 20 minutes just to receive the check. I had planned to order some donuts to go, but no one was available to take my order. What surprised me most was the checkout process: instead of letting customers write in a tip, the cashier asked directly for a tip and even encouraged a higher amount. This was the first time I felt a restaurant forcing me to tip, which was awkward and honestly made me want to tip less—especially given the slow service.
The restaurant is quite small, so customers often have to wait outside. The interior atmosphere is pleasant, but the space feels even more crowded because it’s located near Union Station and many diners bring their luggage inside. There is only one coat hanger, making it difficult to store jackets, so I had to keep mine on while eating.
Overall, the prices are on the high side, and the food is not worth waiting 30 minutes in cold weather. My advice is to come early to avoid the line.
… moreBecause of the crowd, it took some time for the waitress to serve me. I asked what was included in the Greek omelette, but instead of just explaining, she suggested that I order it and took my menu away. Given how busy it was and how many options were on the menu, I understood that she was trying to speed things up.
The omelette itself was good: the eggs were fluffy and the sausages were well seasoned. It came with a slice of toast and potato chips, which was more than enough—I was very full afterward. The restaurant claims to serve award-winning “Gold Cup” coffee, so I paid $3.65 to try it. While the waitstaff refilled it promptly, I found the coffee quite ordinary. The orange juice, on the other hand, was excellent, though it cost $6.
As more people lined up outside, it became obvious that the restaurant was understaffed. After finishing my meal, I waited nearly 20 minutes just to receive the check. I had planned to order some donuts to go, but no one was available to take my order. What surprised me most was the checkout process: instead of letting customers write in a tip, the cashier asked directly for a tip and even encouraged a higher amount. This was the first time I felt a restaurant forcing me to tip, which was awkward and honestly made me want to tip less—especially given the slow service.
The restaurant is quite small, so customers often have to wait outside. The interior atmosphere is pleasant, but the space feels even more crowded because it’s located near Union Station and many diners bring their luggage inside. There is only one coat hanger, making it difficult to store jackets, so I had to keep mine on while eating.
Overall, the prices are on the high side, and the food is not worth waiting 30 minutes in cold weather. My advice is to come early to avoid the line.
Lyla Jamal
First time in Chicago and decided to try Lee Mitchell’s because I’ve heard so many good things about it. Sometimes when restaurants are overrated in cities, it can be disappointing, especially after waiting 20 minutes outside in the cold. But by far the best omelette I have ever had in my life. I got the spinach special and added mushrooms in it, and I don’t know how they made it so flavorful, but it was amazing. Food came quickly. Service was super great all of the people and they were really nice. Even though there was a rush of a line to get in they quickly accommodated as fast as they could. Superb service unforgettable food so great. I would definitely come again—if it wasn’t closed on Monday and Tuesday I would’ve come all three days I was visiting!!!
… moreGerardo Guzman
Loved the place and experience, classical diner where you know what to get. Great portions, and they will accommodate for smaller ones if requested. Flavors were exceptional, really liked the place
… moreCan Gökçeatam
I really wanted to like this place as it was highly acclaimed as one of the best breakfast places in Chicago. Sadly my experience wasn’t so.
Went here one day before Thanksgiving on a Wednesday (after realizing that place is closed on Monday and Tuesdays, which is pretty weird and unprofessional to begin with)
Ordered an omelette with some toast and bacon. While omelette was ok, toast and bacon were totally charred. Soon after I realized that they were serving charred toasts to other tables as well. Do you think this makes a better tasting toast? I don’t think so. Moreso a cancerous one… Bacon which was named “crispy bacon” was neither crispy nor good either. It was thick, soft with grease dripping from every inch. Turned my stomach upside down for the rest of the day. Potatoes on the side of my omelette looked and tasted pretty bad as well.
Since you do not let people review service here, I couldn’t give it the three star it deserved. Service was hardly attentive and I had to keep asking for coffee and water refills. Definitely not how it should be at a breakfast diner like this.
… moreWent here one day before Thanksgiving on a Wednesday (after realizing that place is closed on Monday and Tuesdays, which is pretty weird and unprofessional to begin with)
Ordered an omelette with some toast and bacon. While omelette was ok, toast and bacon were totally charred. Soon after I realized that they were serving charred toasts to other tables as well. Do you think this makes a better tasting toast? I don’t think so. Moreso a cancerous one… Bacon which was named “crispy bacon” was neither crispy nor good either. It was thick, soft with grease dripping from every inch. Turned my stomach upside down for the rest of the day. Potatoes on the side of my omelette looked and tasted pretty bad as well.
Since you do not let people review service here, I couldn’t give it the three star it deserved. Service was hardly attentive and I had to keep asking for coffee and water refills. Definitely not how it should be at a breakfast diner like this.
Emili Mulo
I visited Lou Mitchell’s and immediately appreciated the cheerful, classic diner atmosphere—with bright windows and vintage charm. I ordered their omelet and house pancakes; both were hearty and flavorful, though I thought the pancakes could’ve been a bit lighter. The complimentary donut holes and Milk Duds while waiting were a delightful touch. Overall, it was a satisfying, nostalgic breakfast experience that felt true to Chicago’s diner tradition.
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